The article reveals the resumption of diplomatic relations
between Saudi Arabia and Iran in 2023. Diplomatic relations were interrupted
in 2016 after the destruction of Saudi diplomatic missions in Tehran by
protesters against the execution of the famous Shiite theologian Nimr al-Nimr
in the kingdom. Also, a significant part of the article is devoted to the
escalation of the Palestinian-Israeli conflict, which began on October 7, 2023.
The reaction of the main regional actors to this event is considered.
Keywords
Saudi Arabia; Iran; diplomatic relations; Arab-Israeli conflict.
